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Today, legendary band STRYPER announced their long-awaited Christmas album, The Greatest Gift of All, which will be released on November 21 via Frontiers Music Srl. To coincide with the announcement, the band has released a new single, “Winter Wonderland,” accompanied by an official lyric video.
Commenting on the album and single, Michael Sweet said:
“We have wanted to record a Christmas album for many years. Since releasing our first holiday single, ‘Reason for the Season,’ in 1985, fans have requested a full-length Christmas record. The time has finally come. We chose to include five traditional songs and five original compositions to ensure the album reflects our distinct approach rather than following the crowd. We are extremely pleased with the result. We re-recorded ‘Reason for the Season’ and ‘Winter Wonderland,’ and selected ‘Winter Wonderland’ as the lead single to give listeners an idea of how the track sounds in 2025. We are proud to present our own Christmas album and hope it becomes a lasting favorite for our fans.”
Watch the Official Lyric Video for “Winter Wonderland” HERE
With ‘The Greatest Gift of All,’ STRYPER answers decades of fan requests crafting a holiday record that blends festive classics, brand-new compositions, and their unmistakable mix of faith, power, and metal energy.
In a move that makes the release even more special, ‘The Greatest Gift of All’ will be available exclusively in physical formats. Fans can look forward to a collectible release that captures the spirit of the season in true old-school fashion.
STRYPER’s lineup remains as strong as ever, with founding members Michael Sweet, Robert Sweet, and Oz Fox joined by bassist Perry Richardson. Together, the band continues to deliver at the highest level both in the studio and on stage.
The new album arrives on the heels of STRYPER’s hugely successful world tour celebrating the 40th anniversary of their formation and the landmark album ‘When We Were Kings.’ With sold-out performances across the United States, Europe, and South America, the tour reaffirmed the group’s status as one of the most enduring and influential forces in Christian rock and heavy metal.
With over 10 million albums sold worldwide, multiple Billboard Top 40 hits, and a legacy spanning four decades, STRYPER continue to inspire generations of fans. ‘The Greatest Gift of All’ marks a powerful new chapter in that legacy, a heartfelt and celebratory album that channels the band’s hard rock fire into the timeless spirit of Christmas.
